ingress

noun

in·​gress ˈin-ˌgres 

1

: the act of entering : entrance

the seal prevents ingress of moisture

2

: the power or liberty of entrance or access

an area with restricted ingress

ingression

in-ˈgre-shən 

noun

Synonyms of ingress

• access
• entry
• door
• entrance
• accession

Examples of ingress in a Sentence

Ingress to and egress from the freeway were made difficult by the construction.

with limited ingress and egress to the freeway, the stadium is the frequent scene of bottlenecks

Recent Examples on the Web

This created ingress and egress challenges for patrons with limited mobility, especially wheelchair users. —Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 6 Oct. 2025

The tall proportions make ingress and egress an exercise in spatial awareness, while a flat windshield, square mirrors, and removable roof guarantee wind noise. —New Atlas, 4 Oct. 2025

While the seats are upscale sturdy, ingress and egress are difficult. —James Raia, Mercury News, 28 Sep. 2025

For homeowners with existing vinyl or laminate, there’s likely no need for immediate replacement if there are no signs of water ingress. —Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin ingressus, from ingredi

First Known Use

circa 1544, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

ingress

noun

in·​gress ˈin-ˌgres 

1

: the act of entering

2

: the power or liberty of entering

Legal Definition

ingress

noun

in·​gress ˈin-ˌgres 

1

: the act of entering

2

: the power or liberty of access compare egress